1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1978 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1978 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lincoln |
| Model | Mini | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
